Writing Contests in 2019: The Definitive Guide

A comprehensive and regularly updated list of writing contests in 2019. Whether you are an aspiring or established author, here you will find a complete list of short story, novel, poetry, and essay competitions where you can submit your fiction and non-fiction masterpieces for the chance to win great prizes and receive notoriety for your work.

– Entries must be short stories, of any genre, maximum length is 500 words and must be previously unpublished in a book, printed magazine or web-based journal. Entries must be in English

– This is an international contest. There is no restriction such as nationality etc. of the author, but you have to be 18 years old on the 11th of January 2019 to enter the contest (unless there is a parental approval)

– Winners and the short list to be announced on June 10th, 2019

Prizes:

– First prize: A free week-long holiday at Three Rock Writers resort οn the island of Crete

– Three prize winners: publication in anthology, handmade ceramic gift, certificate, complimentary copy of the anthology plus a week holiday at Three Rock Resort with a discount 50% from the regular cost (non obligatory)

– Shortlisted stories: Publication in anthology/free copy

– Entry gives permission to include the three prize winners and the shortlisted stories in the book which will be published and will be available from “Strange Days” publications

Spotted a writing contest you’d love to enter from this list? Pick up your laptop,
pen, quill or whatever you need to write your next award-winning literary wonder.
For more inspiration, you can view Inkitt’s previous writing competition winners
here.

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